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Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake

Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake: Creamy Keto Comfort Food

Low-Carb Shrimp Tuscan Bake is a creamy, garlicky delight that satisfies your seafood cravings while supporting your keto lifestyle.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Seafood
  • 1 pound raw large shrimp, peeled and deveined
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced fresh is recommended
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved substitute with canned diced tomatoes if fresh is unavailable
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach can use kale or Swiss chard as alternatives
  • 1 cup heavy cream full-fat coconut milk can be a dairy-free substitute
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened swap with sour cream if desired
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese nutritional yeast is a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, adjust to taste
  • to taste salt essential for seasoning
  • to taste black pepper essential for seasoning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese feel free to use any melting cheese you prefer
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped can swap for basil or chives

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a medium baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then add cherry tomatoes and spinach, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add heavy cream, cream cheese, grated Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and paprika to the skillet. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  4. Layer shrimp in the greased baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and pour the cream sauce over.
  5. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake uncovered for 12-15 minutes, until shrimp are pink and cheese is bubbly.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect shrimp texture relies on cooking them only a few minutes to prevent rubberiness; use fresh ingredients for better flavor.

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